synergize
synergize Lexical Profile
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• verb
To combine or coordinate the activity of two or more agents, teams, or organizations to produce a joint effect greater than the sum of their separate effects.
"The two departments need to synergize their research efforts to bring the new product to market on schedule."
To interact with another substance, drug, or physiological agent so as to enhance or amplify their combined biological effect (in pharmacology and physiology).
"Laboratory trials showed that the two compounds synergize to inhibit the growth of resistant bacteria."
Word Nuance & Usage
While originally a technical term in physiology and pharmacology, "synergize" has become so pervasive in corporate management speak that style guides often warn against using it as empty business jargon.
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Word Origin & Etymology
Coined in the early 20th century from "synergy" plus the verbal suffix "-ize," ultimately tracing back to the Ancient Greek "synergos" (working together), from "syn-" (together) and "ergon" (work).
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